Numbers 13-15

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15. Doron Lamb

Doron Lamb was an integral member of the University of Kentucky's national championship last season. The shooting guard's role will look much different in his first year in the NBA. On a team that already features Monta Ellis, don't expect to see much, if any, of Lamb on the hardwood.

14. Joel Przybilla

Joel Przybilla is a big body, and that's it. If the Bucks need a bruiser to go bully an opposing big man, Przybilla is the guy. However, on a roster that contains a slew of young big men, it's likely that Pryzbilla will be in street clothes for the most part (because he's left off the active roster, not because he's hurt).

13. Marquis Daniels

Veteran Marquis Daniels is a versatile slashing guard, but his career is sloping downward. He spent the last three seasons with the Boston Celtics, supplying a marginal role off the bench. With the Bucks, he will play a similar or lesser role, and Lamb will likely leap ahead of him on the depth chart in due time.

11. John Henson

Rookie John Henson is raw, but he has the tools to become a productive power forward.

He stands at 6'11'' but is rather skinny, weighing just 220 pounds. His length enables him to block shots and rebound well, but his offensive game is in drastic need of development.

He doesn't hit the mid-range shot with respectability, nor does he have a post game. Therefore, he is really not that much different than Sanders.

As a rookie, he'll likely struggle to see court time. He may occasionally spell Ersan Ilyasova, but those minutes will almost surely be limited. Veteran Drew Gooden is also in front of him in the rotation, so Henson will have to make the most of the few chances he receives.

If he can develop an adept mid-range jumper and begin to add a post game, his value will skyrocket.

Until then, he'll just be an energy player who can block shots and net a few boards.

10. Beno Udrih

Veteran Beno Udrih is nothing to write home about, but he is capable of taking care of the ball and distributing.

Brandon Jennings will be running the show for the most part, but Udrih will take the reins when Jennings needs a quick breather.

When Udrih gets his chance, don't expect anything flashy.

The lefty can get into the lane and finish with a crafty array of moves, and he can also knock down the mid-range pull-up jumper. But, beyond that, his game is limited, and he struggles on the defensive end to contain quick guards.

Udrih is a serviceable backup point guard, but if Jennings were to miss time due to injury, the Bucks should look for an upgrade. In a conference laden with elite floor generals, Udrih is not suited to serve an integral role.

9. Luc Richard Mbah A Moute

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Luc Richard Mbah A Moute (which is so fun to say) comes in at No. 9 because of his defensive prowess. Frankly, he could be even higher, but his status for the regular season opener is unclear to due a knee injury.

He's developed a reputation as a tough-minded defensive player who can actively contain opposing wings. His defensive ability is the sole reason he's in the league, and his lockdown ability has undisputed value.

Mbah A Moute helps the Bucks do the little things well. His defense is obvious, but his rebounding and slashing ability are also present.

All these strengths could warrant him a starting spot upon his return, but youngster Tobias Harris may have already solidified a starting role at the three spot by then.

Mbah A Moute's downsides are centered upon his offensive game, where he doesn't handle the ball well nor can he shoot from the outside with any efficiency.

His grit earns him a No. 9 ranking, but it's hard to list him any higher when his overall game is rather limited and it's unclear how he'll recover from his injury.

5. Samuel Dalembert

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Samuel Dalembert is very similar to the slew of young big men on the Bucks' roster, except he's older and possesses more experience.

Further, he's proven himself in the league and has been a polished shot blocker for years. He also rebounds well and is a surprisingly capable free throw shooter (shot 79.6 percent last season with the Houston Rockets).

You can expect Dalembert to chip in around eight points per game, eight rebounds per outing and close to two blocks/game. He has typically been around these numbers for most of his career, and he should receive the minutes this season to continue this.

Offensively, Dalembert can hit the short jumper, but his post game is inept and he can't handle the ball well (the continued theme throughout the Bucks' centers is that their offensive game is essentially nonexistent, and the veteran Dalembert is no exception to this).

Expect Dalembert to contribute at the beginning of the year, but don't be surprised if the younger big men get more and more minutes in place of him as the season progresses.

3. Ersan Ilyasova

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The Bucks' top three players are leaps and bounds ahead of anyone else on the roster. The final three players will need to carry this squad, and Ersan Ilyasova will be desperately needed in the frontcourt.

Ilyasova is on the rise towards stardom. The 6'10'', 25-year-old averaged 13.0 PPG and 8.8 RPG last season.

You can expect those numbers to increase dramatically. He should receive more minutes than last year (27.6 a game) and should be a focused part of the offense.

Ilyasova will be largely effective in the pick and pop, and Milwaukee's savvy playmaking guards (Jennings and Ellis) should enjoy kicking to their big man.

Ilyasova shot an astounding 45.5 percent from long-range last season. It's unlikely he'll shoot at this high of rate again this season (it was a career high), but the long ball is clearly in his repertoire.

He can also score from the inside and is a top-notch rebounder, giving him the versatility that could vault him to All-Star status.

His only downsides are that he's an average defender and doesn't block shots particularly well. But the Bucks can live with those things, especially since the majority of their other big men are defensive-minded.

Ilyasova should have a breakout year in 2012-13, and his play is at the center of the Bucks' playoff hopes.

2. Monta Ellis

Monta Ellis is the definition of a stat-stuffer. He is a potent scorer and can also rack up a good number of assists from the shooting guard position.

What's more, he's also a thief on defense, often swiping balls and in turn leading the fast break.

When Ellis is on his game, he can help the Bucks beat anybody. He is that lethal of a weapon.

Ellis does have some questionable aspects to his game, though. He is trigger-happy and often settles for difficult jumpers. He's also turnover prone and can quickly become a coach's chief frustration.

But you have to live with those things if Monta Ellis is going to be a core member of your team. His playmaking ability is unquestioned, but it comes with clear negatives.

The main concern with Ellis is whether he can mesh with Brandon Jennings, another trigger-happy, smaller guard. After the Bucks added Ellis in the middle of last year, the duo wasn't able to lead Milwaukee to a playoff berth.

This season could be no different. They are almost too similar as players and they both demand the ball.

Ellis, in particular, may need to learn how to play more off the ball, something he's not accustomed to doing but could be necessary if this backcourt tandem is to flourish.

1. Brandon Jennings

Brandon Jennings is electrifying to watch. His quick penetrations, dazzling ball-handling skills and smooth lefty jumper make him one of the league's most exciting young players.

As the Bucks look towards the future, they need to make it their distinct focus to keep Jennings around.

Jennings will soon be a free agent, and he has expressed an interest in re-signing with the Bucks.

He could become the face of their franchise for the long-term future, and Milwaukee would be wise to pursue this.

This would be especially wise because Jennings can flat-out play and he's only 23. He figures to be an elite point guard for many years.

Plus, Milwaukee isn't a desirable location for superstar players, so it's a good choice to keep one of their own budding superstars, because they likely aren't going to lure any top-notch free agents.

Jennings has what it takes to become an All-Star, even in a conference loaded with top floor generals. He can dominate a game in so many ways offensively, which makes him the premier face of the Bucks.

Bucks fans can only hope he remains the premier face of their team for many years into the future.